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Lauren Catanzaro

Tampa,FL

Summary

Experienced registered nurse specializing in oncology, delivering compassionate care to patients. Proficient in pain management, symptom control, and providing emotional support. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and adapts seamlessly to evolving needs. Recognized for exceptional communication skills, empathy, and reliability in high-stress environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Moffitt Cancer Center
03.2024 - Current
  • Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
  • Monitored patients closely for side effects and complications related to cancer treatments, intervening promptly when necessary to manage symptoms effectively.
  • Served as a patient advocate during interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the patient's needs were considered in decision-making processes related to their care plans.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Certified Medical Assistant

Jackson Family Medicine- Hackensack Merdian Health
02.2018 - 02.2024
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Certified Medical Assistant

Family First Urgent Care
04.2016 - 01.2018
  • Prepared blood, urine, stool, and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation
  • Provided urgent care to patients in emergency situations
  • Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint
  • Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiogram, suture removal, and dressing changes,
  • Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
North Brunswick, NJ
12.2023

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Oncology
  • Hospice/ Comfort measures only
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Central line management
  • End-of-life care
  • Pain control
  • Compassionate and caring

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Moffitt Cancer Center
03.2024 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Jackson Family Medicine- Hackensack Merdian Health
02.2018 - 02.2024

Certified Medical Assistant

Family First Urgent Care
04.2016 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Lauren Catanzaro